{"id":15182,"date":"2026-02-05T10:39:05","date_gmt":"2026-02-05T15:39:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stratusadmissionscounseling.com\/blog\/?p=15182"},"modified":"2026-03-30T09:46:21","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T13:46:21","slug":"gmat-gre-or-even-ea-which-test-should-i-take","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stratusadmissionscounseling.com\/blog\/gmat-gre-or-even-ea-which-test-should-i-take\/","title":{"rendered":"GMAT vs. GRE vs. EA for MBA Applicants: How to Choose the Right Test"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.stratusadmissionscounseling.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/GMAT-GRE-or-Even-EA-Which-Test-Should-I-Take.png?ssl=1\" alt=\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.335195530726257;width:319px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>MBA applicants have a lot of options for standardized testing. The choices range from the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mba.com\/exams\/gmat-exam\"><strong>GMAT<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;to the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ets.org\/gre.html\"><strong>GRE<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;and even the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mba.com\/exams\/executive-assessment\"><strong>Executive Assessment (EA)<\/strong><\/a>. Additionally, several schools offer test waiver options.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stratusadmissionscounseling.com\/blog\/gmat-gre-or-even-ea-which-test-should-i-take\/#the_gmat\" >The GMAT<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stratusadmissionscounseling.com\/blog\/gmat-gre-or-even-ea-which-test-should-i-take\/#the_gre\" >The GRE<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stratusadmissionscounseling.com\/blog\/gmat-gre-or-even-ea-which-test-should-i-take\/#the_ea_test_waivers_and_alternate_tests\" >The EA, Test Waivers, and Alternate Tests&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stratusadmissionscounseling.com\/blog\/gmat-gre-or-even-ea-which-test-should-i-take\/#how_to_determine_which_test_is_right_for_you\" >How to Determine Which Test Is Right for You<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"the_gmat\"><\/span>The GMAT<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although the GMAT used to be the only game in town, the GRE and EA have grown in popularity over the past several years. In response, the GMAT introduced a revised and shorter test: the GMAT Focus Edition. This newer version removed geometry questions and added more data insight questions. Designed to target more of the skills you will need in business, the GMAT Focus offers some candidate-friendly adjustments including being able to send your score to five schools for free AFTER you know what your score is instead of before. You can also bookmark and change up to three answers in a section.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gmatninja.com\/gmat\/free-gmat-focus-edition-course-online\"><strong>GMAT Ninja<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;provides some great free resources on preparing for the newest GMAT option.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With these changes, the GMAT scoring range has changed from the old scale of 200\u2013800 used in previous editions to the new scale of 205\u2013805 used in the Focus Edition. That old \u201cmagic\u201d 700 score that so many people chased is no longer applicable, and it will take everyone time to mentally adjust to the new representation of a \u201cgood\u201d score. Look at your percentages instead of raw scores to interpret your results. Even if your score seems low based on what you had in your head as the norm, a 655 on the new GMAT will be a very competitive score. These scores don\u2019t directly translate from the old version to the new, but you can review the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gmac.com\/-\/media\/files\/gmac\/gmat\/2024-percentiles\/gmat-total-score-concordance-table_august2024.pdf?rev=41e84905790840a282febc388e9c1a02&amp;hash=75782BDAADB1CD648286FD565D8620EC\"><strong>GMAT Score Concordance Table<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;and look at the percentage scores to see that a 655 on the GMAT Focus Edition is in the 91% vicinity, as is an old GMAT score in the 700\u2013710 range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"the_gre\"><\/span>The GRE<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t want to \u201cfocus\u201d your MBA testing on the GMAT Focus, you have many other options to consider. The GRE has been gaining ground as a popular test for MBA applicants, and it\u2019s also useful for people considering other graduate degree programs beyond the MBA.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the Class of 2027, Harvard Business School reported that 44% of its class submitted a GRE score; for Chicago Booth, it was 42%; and for Stanford GSB, it was 44%. To give you an idea of a competitive score range for the GRE, Wharton reported that the average GRE Quant score for its Class of 2027 was 163 and the average Verbal score was 162. In addition, many of the top MBA programs have reported average GRE scores in this range for their 2027 class.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"the_ea_test_waivers_and_alternate_tests\"><\/span>The EA, Test Waivers, and Alternate Tests&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond the GRE, many schools also accept the EA. Traditionally only accepted by executive MBA programs, the EA is now accepted at such full-time MBA programs as Columbia, NYU Stern, Carnegie Mellon Tepper, UVA Darden, Georgetown McDonough, HEC Paris, Duke Fuqua, Michigan Ross, Texas McCombs, UCLA Anderson, and Vanderbilt Owen\u2014and many more. Even the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/cgsm.org\/prospective-students\/\"><strong>Consortium<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;now accepts the EA for fellowship applications. Check out the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gmac.com\/executive-assessment\/about\/accepting-schools\"><strong>Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC)<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;website for a complete list of programs that accept the EA.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yet another option is to look at business schools that allow applicants to apply for a test waiver or allow for some other test to be accepted, such as Cornell Johnson, Dartmouth Tuck, UVA Darden, NYU Stern, UCLA Anderson, UNC Kenan-Flagler, and Michigan Ross.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how_to_determine_which_test_is_right_for_you\"><\/span>How to Determine Which Test Is Right for You<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The good news for applicants is that there are more choices than ever before in terms of how to approach the testing requirements. For example, if an applicant bombs the GMAT Focus Edition after several attempts, the GRE is always waiting in the wings\u2014and the EA is also a valid option for many programs. Several of my clients have had great success and have even secured impressive scholarship options when following the test-optional approach to applying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stratus Director of MBA Admissions <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stratusadmissionscounseling.com\/mba\/team\/susan-cera\/\"><strong>Susan Cera<\/strong><\/a>, a former member of Duke Fuqua\u2019s admissions team, mentions that several of her clients \u201cfelt obligated to take the GMAT despite the fact that they struggled with the test format.\u201d She advises clients: \u201cDon\u2019t worry. Admissions committees truly don\u2019t care which test you take. They simply want to ensure that students they admit and enroll are prepared to take on the quantitative rigor of their MBA program.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, how can you determine which test is right for you?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Take a test drive.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have misgivings about your test-taking abilities, take practice tests for both the GMAT and the GRE. The best test option might be obvious once you see your results. The test that paints a better picture of your quantitative and verbal prowess should be your choice. You can also discuss your options with a trusted test prep counselor such as the experts at&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gmatninja.com\/\"><strong>GMAT Ninja<\/strong><\/a>, who can help you decide which test will best showcase your strengths.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gmatninja.com\/charles-bibilos\"><strong>Charles Bibilos<\/strong><\/a>, GMAT Ninja founder, offers this advice:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201c<em>Preparing for the current version of the GMAT is arguably a good way to get yourself ready for MBA coursework. However, the current version of the GMAT has eight different question types spread across three different sections. The GRE covers less ground than the GMAT, so a lot of test-takers\u2014especially people who struggle with quant\u2014prefer the GRE because it usually requires less studying, and doesn\u2019t feel nearly as intimidating. If an applicant wants to show schools that they\u2019re an academic rockstar, I usually encourage them to take the GMAT, even if it requires more studying.\u201d&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you find you are still struggling with both the GMAT and the GRE, consider taking the EA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recognize if you don\u2019t test well.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If none of the MBA testing options showcase your strengths, target MBA programs that offer a test waiver. Submit a compelling test waiver request using the tips in&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stratusadmissionscounseling.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-compelling-gmat-test-waiver-request\/\"><strong>this Stratus blog post<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Remember that better is best.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As a former admissions reviewer who knows many MBA admissions professionals, I would rather see a strong GRE score than a lower GMAT score. If I saw neither of those, I would look for a strong EA score or other compelling evidence of quantitative prowess submitted through a test-waiver request. I also continue to see many clients receive substantial scholarships by applying with test waivers if their application is otherwise very strong in terms of academic performance in college and career progression post MBA. It\u2019s that simple\u2014and maybe that\u2019s the answer to the question of which is the best test to take (or none at all!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for help in navigating the complex and competitive MBA application landscape, reach out to one of our counselors for a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stratusadmissionscounseling.com\/free-consultation\/\"><strong>free 30-minute consultation<\/strong><\/a>. All of Stratus\u2019s counselors have degrees from top MBA programs and would love to support you in your next phase in life!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>MBA applicants have a lot of options for standardized testing. The choices range from the&nbsp;GMAT&nbsp;to the&nbsp;GRE&nbsp;and even the&nbsp;Executive Assessment (EA). Additionally, several schools offer test waiver options.&nbsp; The GMAT Although the GMAT used to be the only game in town, the GRE and EA have grown in popularity over the past several years. 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